Ghana Biometric Photo Size
35×45 mm, ICAO 9303
How should a Ghana passport photo look?
The standard photo size for a Ghanaian biometric e-passport and the Ghana Card (national ID card) is 35×45 mm. A plain white background is mandatory. Ghana issues ICAO-compliant biometric e-passports, and the Ghana Card issued by the National Identification Authority (NIA) also contains biometric data. The photo must have been taken no more than 6 months before the application date.
Photo Size
35×45 mm
Head Ratio
70%
Eye Position
56% from bottom
Top Margin
3-5 mm
Background Color
White
Standard
ICAO 9303
Requirements & Notes
Ghanaian photo follows ICAO standards. White background required.
Issuing authorities: PAC and Ghana Immigration Service
Passport applications are handled at Passport Application Centres (PAC) under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) is responsible for visas and immigration matters. Ghana Card applications are managed by the National Identification Authority (NIA).
Preparing your photo with PhotoID Studio
PhotoID Studio automatically crops and resizes your uploaded photo to the 35×45 mm Ghanaian PAC specification. Face detection verifies head height and position, then the app produces a print-ready JPEG. You can print the result at any photo shop.
Tips for a compliant photo
Take the photo in front of a plain white wall with even and adequate lighting. Face the camera directly and keep a neutral expression. Avoid flash. Formal attire is recommended.
Common rejection reasons
• Non-white background: a plain white background is mandatory. • Sunglasses or tinted glasses. • Hat, head covering, or turban (unless required for religious reasons). • Hair, accessories, or jewellery partially covering the face. • Blurry, low-resolution, or overexposed image.
Photo cost and the PhotoID Studio advantage
Biometric photo prices at studios in Ghana typically range from GHS 20 to GHS 50. A single PhotoID Studio annual subscription lets you prepare compliant photos for both the passport and the Ghana Card.
Used For
- Passport
- Ghana Card
- Visa
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Frequently asked questions
- Where can I apply for a Ghanaian passport?
Applications are submitted at Passport Application Centres (PAC) under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. PAC offices are available in Accra and across the country.
- Can the same photo be used for the Ghana Card and the passport?
Yes. Both documents share the 35×45 mm ICAO standard, so a single compliant photo can be used for both applications.
- How recent must the photo be?
Photos taken no more than 6 months before the application date are accepted.
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